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THE DERBY THROUGH THE YEARS

 

Explore our comprehensive history of the Derby, and how it came to be viewed as the Greatest Flat Race in the World.

The Beginning

The Beginning

1780 - How it all began.

The Early Years

The Early Years

The first 50 years (1780-1829), firmly established the Derby as the premier event in the racing year.

The Suffragette Derby & Thereafter

The Suffragette Derby & Thereafter

The dramatic events of the 1913 Derby produced the most sensational race in its entire history. 

Modern Greats

Modern Greats

Throughout the history of racing at Epsom the horses have always been the stars of the show.

HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN AND THE DERBY

HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN AND THE DERBY

We had the privilege of welcoming Her Majesty The Queen to The Derby for nearly 70 years.

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